Impact of Dolutegravir-Based Antiretroviral Therapy on Viral Load Suppression and Uptake of DTG-Based Regimen Among Pediatric HIV Patients in Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Desalegn Mitiku Kidie, Abraham Dessie Gessesse, Jenberu Mekurianew Kelkay, Tsegaamlak Kumelachew Derse, Addisu Simachew Asgai, Department of Pediatric and Child Health Nursing, College of Health Science, Debark University, Department of Pediatrics and Child Health Nursing, Woldia University, Department of Health Informatics, College of Health Sciences, Debark University, Department of Emergency medicine and Critical Care Nursing, College of Health Science, Debark University, Department of Nursing, College of health sciences, Debark University

Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (JIAPAC)

Published online on July 14, 2026

Abstract

Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (JIAPAC), Volume 25, January-December 2026.
BackgroundDespite global advances in HIV care, pediatric populations in Africa continue to experience suboptimal treatment outcomes. Dolutegravir (DTG)-based antiretroviral therapy (ART) offers improved efficacy and tolerability, however, its real-world ...